Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast Seyed M. Marandi: Violent Riots & a Massive War Coming
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Jan 12, 2026 
Seyed Mohammad Marandi, a University of Tehran professor and former nuclear negotiation advisor, dives into Iran's current upheaval. He discusses violent riots, contrasting them with pro-government rallies embraced in state narratives. Marandi critiques Western media and foreign intelligence agency involvement, claiming manipulation behind unrest. He warns of a looming US-Israel conflict, emphasizing Iran's military preparedness and regional allies' potential responses. The conversation highlights the complexities of legitimacy and foreign interventions in Iranian politics.
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Currency Shock Used To Generate Unrest
- Seyed Mohammad Marandi says a sudden currency collapse was orchestrated from abroad to create economic unrest in Iran.
- He argues initial peaceful business protests were later infiltrated by violent, well-organized groups to escalate chaos.
Graphic Reports Of Violence And Targeted Killings
- Marandi recounts riots where over 100 law officers were murdered and victims burned alive during coordinated violence.
- He describes trauma-surgeon reports of short-range handgun shootings among civilians and police.
Foreign Persian Media As Psychological Warfare
- Marandi highlights a vast Persian-language media ecosystem abroad that outguns Iranian state media with substantial funding.
- He links that media and sanctions to long-term psychological warfare aiming to destabilize Iran.